GRAY'S ANATOMY FOR STUDENTS
5TH EDITION
• AUTHOR(S)RICHARD L. DRAKE
TEST BANK
MCQ 1
Reference:
Ch. 1 — The Body — What is Anatomy?
Stem:
A nurse preparing a patient for surgery reviews the distinction
between systemic and regional anatomy to anticipate surgical
complications. Understanding regional anatomy is essential
when evaluating postoperative numbness near an incision.
Which anatomical approach best supports this assessment?
Options:
A. Systemic anatomy
B. Regional anatomy
C. Surface anatomy
D. Clinical anatomy
,Correct Answer:
B. Regional anatomy
Correct Rationale:
Regional anatomy examines all structures within a single body
area, allowing the nurse to interpret deficits related to incisions,
nerve trajectories, or vascular supply within that region. This
method mirrors how surgeons evaluate postoperative findings.
Gray’s emphasizes that regional study is essential for correlating
anatomy with clinical presentations.
Incorrect Rationales:
A. Systemic anatomy organizes structure by body system and is
less helpful for localized postoperative issues.
C. Surface anatomy focuses on external landmarks and cannot
fully explain deeper postoperative sensory changes.
D. Clinical anatomy is broad and application-oriented but does
not replace the need for regional structural mapping.
Teaching Point:
Regional anatomy links localized symptoms to all structures
within that area.
Citation:
Drake, R. L. (2024). Gray’s Anatomy for Students (5th Ed.). Ch. 1.
MCQ 2
,Reference:
Ch. 1 — Imaging
Stem:
A client with acute right flank pain undergoes a CT scan to
evaluate possible renal obstruction. The nurse explains why CT
imaging is preferred. Which property of CT makes it most
appropriate for this concern?
Options:
A. It provides real-time motion like ultrasound
B. It offers high-contrast resolution of soft tissues and bone
C. It produces no radiation exposure
D. It allows direct visualization of vessel patency without
contrast
Correct Answer:
B. It offers high-contrast resolution of soft tissues and bone
Correct Rationale:
CT imaging differentiates densities extremely well, making it
ideal for identifying kidney stones, masses, or obstructive
patterns. Gray’s notes CT’s strong capability for cross-sectional
detail and contrast between tissue types.
Incorrect Rationales:
, A. Ultrasound—not CT—produces real-time motion.
C. CT involves ionizing radiation.
D. Vessels usually require contrast to assess patency on CT.
Teaching Point:
CT excels at differentiating tissue densities, aiding obstruction
assessment.
Citation:
Drake, R. L. (2024). Ch. 1.
MCQ 3
Reference:
Ch. 1 — Body Systems
Stem:
During patient teaching, the nurse clarifies how the
musculoskeletal system supports movement. The nurse explains
that joints, bones, and skeletal muscles interact as a functional
unit. Which system classification describes this?
Options:
A. Cardiovascular
B. Integumentary
C. Musculoskeletal
D. Endocrine
Correct Answer:
5TH EDITION
• AUTHOR(S)RICHARD L. DRAKE
TEST BANK
MCQ 1
Reference:
Ch. 1 — The Body — What is Anatomy?
Stem:
A nurse preparing a patient for surgery reviews the distinction
between systemic and regional anatomy to anticipate surgical
complications. Understanding regional anatomy is essential
when evaluating postoperative numbness near an incision.
Which anatomical approach best supports this assessment?
Options:
A. Systemic anatomy
B. Regional anatomy
C. Surface anatomy
D. Clinical anatomy
,Correct Answer:
B. Regional anatomy
Correct Rationale:
Regional anatomy examines all structures within a single body
area, allowing the nurse to interpret deficits related to incisions,
nerve trajectories, or vascular supply within that region. This
method mirrors how surgeons evaluate postoperative findings.
Gray’s emphasizes that regional study is essential for correlating
anatomy with clinical presentations.
Incorrect Rationales:
A. Systemic anatomy organizes structure by body system and is
less helpful for localized postoperative issues.
C. Surface anatomy focuses on external landmarks and cannot
fully explain deeper postoperative sensory changes.
D. Clinical anatomy is broad and application-oriented but does
not replace the need for regional structural mapping.
Teaching Point:
Regional anatomy links localized symptoms to all structures
within that area.
Citation:
Drake, R. L. (2024). Gray’s Anatomy for Students (5th Ed.). Ch. 1.
MCQ 2
,Reference:
Ch. 1 — Imaging
Stem:
A client with acute right flank pain undergoes a CT scan to
evaluate possible renal obstruction. The nurse explains why CT
imaging is preferred. Which property of CT makes it most
appropriate for this concern?
Options:
A. It provides real-time motion like ultrasound
B. It offers high-contrast resolution of soft tissues and bone
C. It produces no radiation exposure
D. It allows direct visualization of vessel patency without
contrast
Correct Answer:
B. It offers high-contrast resolution of soft tissues and bone
Correct Rationale:
CT imaging differentiates densities extremely well, making it
ideal for identifying kidney stones, masses, or obstructive
patterns. Gray’s notes CT’s strong capability for cross-sectional
detail and contrast between tissue types.
Incorrect Rationales:
, A. Ultrasound—not CT—produces real-time motion.
C. CT involves ionizing radiation.
D. Vessels usually require contrast to assess patency on CT.
Teaching Point:
CT excels at differentiating tissue densities, aiding obstruction
assessment.
Citation:
Drake, R. L. (2024). Ch. 1.
MCQ 3
Reference:
Ch. 1 — Body Systems
Stem:
During patient teaching, the nurse clarifies how the
musculoskeletal system supports movement. The nurse explains
that joints, bones, and skeletal muscles interact as a functional
unit. Which system classification describes this?
Options:
A. Cardiovascular
B. Integumentary
C. Musculoskeletal
D. Endocrine
Correct Answer:
